{"product_id":"path-of-the-prophets-the-ethicsdriven-life-9780827613096","title":"Path of the Prophets  The EthicsDriven Life","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIlluminating the ethical legacy of the biblical prophets, \u003cem\u003ePath of the Prophets\u003c\/em\u003e identifies the prophetic moment in the lives of eighteen biblical figures and demonstrates their compelling relevance to us today. Schwartz introduces the prophets with creative, first-person retellings of their decisive experiences, followed by key biblical narratives, context, and analysis.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Schwartz's new book works as both an intelligent class textbook, complete with appended study guide, and absorbing personal reading.\"—Ray Olson, \u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Rabbi Barry L. Schwartz identifies \u003ci\u003ethe\u003c\/i\u003e prophetic moment in the lives of the eighteen biblical figures that we know as the Prophets and he shows us their relevance today in his new book.\"—\u003ci\u003eReviews by Amos Lassen\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An enjoyable, thought-provoking, and revelatory book. While the intended audience might be Jewish, I can say, as a Christian pastor, this book will speak important truths to Christians as well. This wonderfully written book explores the ethical implications of the spiritual life in conversation with eighteen persons found in the Hebrew Bible.\"—Robert Cornwall, \u003ci\u003ePonderings on a Faith Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This title would be a fine addition to any collection used by adult readers.\"—Arthur G. Quinn, \u003ci\u003eAssociation of Jewish Libraries Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003ePath of the Prophets\u003c\/i\u003e is the most significant new contribution to our understanding of the prophets so far in the twenty-first century—filled with new insights, important for Jewish scholarship, and a joy to read for anyone who has ever grappled with the meaning and contemporary relevance of the Bible.”—Rabbi Michael Lerner, editor of \u003ci\u003eTikkun \u003c\/i\u003emagazine\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e“Rabbi Schwartz brings new life to the men and women of the Bible, ordinary people who did extraordinary things—and challenges us to do the same, to make the most of life’s journey.”—Rabbi Sally J. Priesand, author of \u003ci\u003eJudaism and the New Woman\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e“The prophets call us passionately to justice—but, alas, the prophetic books are not easy to understand. Schwartz has done the seemingly impossible by delving clearly into the prophets’ ethical dilemmas and urging readers to face those injustices of yesterday and today. As we yearn for religious voices that will challenge entrenched ideologies, this is a desperately needed volume.”—Rabbi Eric Yoffie, president emeritus, Union for Reform Judaism\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcknowledgments    \u003cbr\u003e About This Book    \u003cbr\u003e Preface: Why the Prophets?\u003cbr\u003e Introduction: The Ethics-Driven Life    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Part 1. To Do Justly\u003cbr\u003e 1. Abraham’s Argument: The Path of Protest    \u003cbr\u003e 2. Shiphrah’s Defiance: The Path of Civil Disobedience    \u003cbr\u003e 3. Moses’ Encounter: The Path of Freedom    \u003cbr\u003e 4. Tirzah’s Challenge: The Path of Equality    \u003cbr\u003e 5. Samuel’s Warning: The Path of Rebuke    \u003cbr\u003e 6. Nathan’s Parable: The Path of Righteousness    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Part 2. To Love Mercy\u003cbr\u003e 7. Judah’s Step Forward: The Path of Repentance    \u003cbr\u003e 8. Joseph’s Cry: The Path of Forgiveness    \u003cbr\u003e 9. Ruth’s Vow: The Path of Kindness    \u003cbr\u003e 10. Elisha’s Invitation: The Path of Healing    \u003cbr\u003e 11. Jeremiah’s Scroll: The Path of Hope    \u003cbr\u003e 12. Jonah’s Lesson: The Path of Compassion    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Part 3. To Walk Humbly\u003cbr\u003e 13. Miriam’s Celebration: The Path of Joy    \u003cbr\u003e 14. Caleb’s Spirit: The Path of Faith    \u003cbr\u003e 15. Hannah’s Prayer: The Path of Prayer    \u003cbr\u003e 16. Elijah’s Voice: The Path of Humility    \u003cbr\u003e 17. Isaiah’s Vision: The Path of Peace    \u003cbr\u003e 18. Ezra’s Torah: The Path of Wisdom    \u003cbr\u003e A Prophetic Glossary    \u003cbr\u003e Study Guide: Living the Bible    \u003cbr\u003e Notes    \u003cbr\u003e Bibliography    ","brand":"Jewish Publication Society","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49406202577239,"sku":"9780827613096","price":20.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780827613096.jpg?v=1730494914","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/path-of-the-prophets-the-ethicsdriven-life-9780827613096","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}